NEET Zoology Endocrine Glands MCQ Question
If the basal metabolic rate (BMR) of an adult is increased by 20% due to hyperthyroidism, which of the following could be a potential effect on body weight, assuming dietary intake remains constant?
Weight loss due to increased energy expenditure
Weight gain due to increased appetite
No change in weight as BMR does not affect weight
Weight gain due to water retention
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Hyperthyroidism increases BMR, leading to higher energy expenditure, which can result in weight loss if dietary intake remains unchanged, as explained by the NCERT context on thyroid hormones.
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